G3341
Repentance
תְּשׁוּבָה (teshuvah)
A turning back to God — a complete change of heart, mind, and direction.
Hebrew
Pronunciation: teh-shoo-VAH
Definition
Teshuvah is the Hebrew word for repentance, meaning 'to return' or 'to turn back.' It describes a wholehearted turning away from sin and returning to God, encompassing sorrow, confession, and changed behavior.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven.”Read in context
Luke 15:7
“I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.”Read in context
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